There are lots of sightseeing spots in Tokyo. I will arrange a customized one-day tour based upon your requirements so that you could enjoy your stay in Tokyo. We can discuss and decide places to visit effectively for a limited amount of time. One example is shown here as follows, but I'm sure I will take you to some of my best selections so that you could enjoy both of traditional and modern culture. I can arrange an appropriate lunch restaurant based upon your requirement.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Tokyo
Imperial Palace East Garden
Located in the center of Tokyo, the Imperial Palace area is one of the most symbolic sightseeing spots, where our emperor lives. You can see precious historic remains like magnificent gates, stone walls of Edo Castle founded in 17th century as well as walking in the strolling style Japanese garden.
Tsukiji Outer Market
Although the Tokyo Wholesale Market moved to Toyosu, Outer Market still remains in Tsukiji. You can enjoy a hustle and bustle atmosphere with some food while walking.
Asakusa
This is the most popular and famous sightseeing spot in Tokyo. There are both of Sensoji Temple and Asakusa Shrine which are the symbols of Japanese religious facilities of Buddhism and Shinto. Many services like kimono rental and riding rickshaw are available for visitors. And you can also enjoy shopping Japanese traditional souvenirs in Nakamise which is one of the oldest shopping streets in Tokyo.
Meiji Jingu Shrine
This shrine was built to honor the spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort Empress Shoken in 1920. The Emperor and Empress were not only venerated but also loved by the Japanese people. The sacred manmade forest created by considerable donations and volunteer works makes you to feel peaceful mind in the solemn and noble atmosphere.
Ginza, Shibuya, Harajuku, or Shinjuku
I'll take you to one of the famous modern district based upon your requirement so that you could enjoy shopping and dinner there.
Ending Point
At one of the famous shopping areas in Tokyo at 5:00pm
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
-guide fee
-hotel pick-up
-transportation fee
-lunch
-entrance fee
Depending on the places to visit, transportation fee would be different. And some facilities need admission fee.
I am available from 9am to 5pm everyday.
I am flexible to one day trip to Hakone, Lake Kawaguchi and Nikko if you pay my transportation fee on top of the tour in Tokyo.
Hello, I'm Yoshi!! I started my second career as a tour guide after retiring from the Japanese computer company I had worked for about 40 years. I was born in Asakusa and grew up in down town in Tokyo. I am married with two daughters and three grandchildren, two girls and a boy.
I've experienced guiding international visitors in Tokyo and other famous sightseeing spots as a guide for several years. I will be so happy to help you enjoy your stay in Japan. Look forward to joining my tour!!
“Magnificent Hakone in just a day”
We had an enjoyable family trip of 4 : Yoshi-san is very experience tour guide (english & japanese speaking) and very knowledgeable on Japan’s history and culture. He gave an itinerary proposal with passion including many places of must experience spot and we are truly grateful can experience so much in a day. Meet at our hotel & guide us to buy ticket and start the journey with riding a pirate ship viewing the beautiful scenery of the iconic Mount Fuji, also encompasses Hakone Shrine, a Shinto shrine with a red “torii” gate overlooking Lake Ashi, delicious lakeside restaurant for lunch. Took rope-way to – Owakudani Valley, volcanic with steaming sulfur vents at Mount Hakone's base. Down by bus & train to public Hakone onsen (hot springs), delicious Japanese dinner. We are so grateful for Yoshi, and we would like recommend his tour to anyone visiting Tokyo & I believe his tour is a special one for everyone because he work with "Love that gives" Thank you so much, Yoshi and hope we can meet again in near future.
Yoshi S.
Hi Cheah, thank you for your warm message which is a great encouragement to my guiding activities. I look forward to seeing you again in the future. Yoshi
“Everything is Awesome with Yoshi”
Our family of 5 with 4, 5, & 7 year olds had a great time with Yoshi. He was very accommodating and flexible with our tour and crafted a lovely experience that was enjoyable for all. He was very informative and organized. We highly recommend his services. Thank you, Yoshi
Yoshi S.
Hi Brandon, thank you for your warm message. I really enjoyed being with your family. Your kids are so cute and well behaved. I hope you could enjoy a panoramic view at the observation deck of Tokyo Sky Tree. Yoshi
“Exceptional Tokyo Tour with Yoshi!!”
My husband and I had the absolute pleasure of taking a guided tour with Yoshi in January 2024, and it was hands down one of the highlights of our trip to Japan. Yoshi is an incredibly knowledgeable and passionate guide who made Tokyo’s rich history and culture come alive for us. He curated a thoughtful itinerary that included many must-see spots, and we were amazed at how much we were able to experience in a single day. Yoshi’s insights gave us a deeper appreciation for everything we saw. His explanations of the historical and cultural significance of each location were engaging and added so much depth to our experience. What truly sets Yoshi apart is his ability to connect with his guests and tailor the tour to make it unforgettable. Thanks to him, we not only visited amazing places but also gained a genuine understanding of Tokyo and its culture, which enriched the rest of our stay in Japan. We are so grateful for Yoshi and his time, and we wholeheartedly recommend his tour to anyone visiting Tokyo. Thank you, Yoshi, for making our trip so memorable—you’re the reason we’ll cherish these memories forever!
Yoshi S.
Hi Lindsey, Thank you for your extremely warm message. I also enjoyed being with you and your husband. I hope my explanations will make your trip in Japan a little more valuable. Have a nice trip! Yoshi
$248/ per group